Manager Production & Planning

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Planning & Control:
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on sales forecasts and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with stores, maintenance, procurement, and quality departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor production output and adjust schedules as needed.
• Team Management:
• Lead and supervise production supervisors, operators, and other shop floor staff.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training to improve skills and productivity.
• Process Optimization:
• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to reduce waste, cost, and downtime.
• Implement lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Inventory & Material Management:
• Ensure timely availability of raw materials, tools, and equipment.
• Coordinate with purchase and inventory control teams for material planning.
• Quality & Safety:
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct root cause analysis for defects or delays and implement corrective actions.
• Reporting & Documentation:
• Maintain daily production reports, downtime records, and planning documentation.
• Present MIS reports to senior management on production status, bottlenecks, and improvements.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of production processes, especially in steel/manufacturing industries
• Proficiency in production planning software and MS Excel
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ISO standards
• Leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Qualifications & Experience:

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering (preferred)
• 7–12 years of experience in production and planning, preferably in steel or heavy manufacturing industries
• Experience in managing shop floor operations, manpower, and plant efficiency

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus

Experience:

• Manager production and planning : 5 years (Required)
• Manufacturing unit : 4 years (Required)
• PPC: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person